Lexus LS third generation
The Lexus LS third generation (2001–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: XF30, UCF30
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,030 mm Traficom | – | 5,010–5,014 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm Traficom | – | 1,829 mm |
| Height | 1,470 mm Traficom | – | 1,491 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670–2,970 mm RDW | – | 2,926 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,470–1,920 kg RDW | – | 1,810–1,812 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,570–2,020 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,955–2,470 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200–2,000 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 396–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,888–3,030 L EPA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/50R18, 245/45R19
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
59 complaints for model years 2001–2006. 10 crashes · 16 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Lexus LS third generation
United Kingdom 2 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2006LS430 | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.4 L/100 km NEDC | 270 g/km |
| 2002–2003LS430 | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.0 L/100 km NEDC | 289 g/km |
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–20062MODE CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 20032MODE CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2001–20022MODE 2LKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2006Full-size | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 12.4–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 285–292 g/km |
| 2001–2003Full-size | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 290 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.